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San Francisco Chronicle Series: San Francisco Permit Nightmares The Chronicle is exploring the many hurdles San Franciscans face in navigating the city’s permitting rules in this ongoing series.

The San Francisco 49ers used to be the toast of the NFL, but George Seifert’s team winning Super Bowl XXIX was memorable for more than one reason for Ann Killion.

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Coverage of the coronavirus health crisis in California and the San Francisco Bay Area. The number of cases worldwide has skyrocketed and it’s now more widespread than SARS.

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Feb 12, 2024 · The Chronicle learned Monday that the San Francisco Giants have agreed to sign power-hitting DH-outfielder Jorge Soler to a 3-year deal, pending a physical.

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